SoulofDeity Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Oh, Nintendo 2DS.... Original Poem by SoulofDeity Pure Brilliance. A slate, a plate, a paperweight. Sturdy, bolstered, charges in toaster. Lightweight, simple, and doesn't bend. In dire moments a shuriken. It's flat, and gay (in a good way). A cheap gimmick...wait...that's not optimistic... $129? I know where they can stick it. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spire Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Continue...? 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 GAME OVER ... Insert coin(s) to play. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mallos31 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Okay, listen. I know this seems ridiculous for Nintendo to do. Just another gimmick. But here's the thing. I work at walmart in the electronics department, and I know one thing about the 3ds. A lot of parents don't want to pay extra for a feature their kids not only don't use, but are warned NOT to use by almost every game. The problem is, I have DSis and 3DS games returned constantly by people who thought the DSi could play 3DS games. The 3D screens are more expensive to produce, and so more expensive to buy. I know Nintendo has done some stupid shit, (GBA micro, the wii with no internet or backwards compatibility, the visual boy, etc...) but this isn't as bad as some others. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xdaniel Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 The problem is, I have DSis and 3DS games returned constantly by people who thought the DSi could play 3DS games.And this thing is just gonna exacerbate this. Nintendo's already got a problem with effectively communicating with customers who aren't already fans - look at the issues they've had, trying to clarify that the Wii U is a separate console and not just a Wii add-on. Now they're introducing a so-called "2DS" next to the "3DS" systems. I can already see people going "Is this 2DS a new thing? I can't seem to find any game for it in stores, only ones for 3DS." 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I M Evil Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Okay, listen. I know this seems ridiculous for Nintendo to do. Just another gimmick. But here's the thing. I work at walmart in the electronics department, and I know one thing about the 3ds. A lot of parents don't want to pay extra for a feature their kids not only don't use, but are warned NOT to use by almost every game. The problem is, I have DSis and 3DS games returned constantly by people who thought the DSi could play 3DS games. The 3D screens are more expensive to produce, and so more expensive to buy. I know Nintendo has done some stupid shit, (GBA micro, the wii with no internet or backwards compatibility, the visual boy, etc...) but this isn't as bad as some others. and how do you think parents will react when they're looking for games for their kids 2DS and all they can find is 3DS boxes? I just don't get it, if Nintendo are having problems with the Wii U, why not focus on that instead of releasing a new handheld system to compete with their existing product? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agnostic Priest Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 the original gameboy was smaller c: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mzxrules Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 and how do you think parents will react when they're looking for games for their kids 2DS and all they can find is 3DS boxes? I just don't get it, if Nintendo are having problems with the Wii U, why not focus on that instead of releasing a new handheld systemto compete with their existing product?You're forgetting the troubles that Nintendo has had with the 3DS. Originally it was priced at $250 USD before they decided to cut the price by $80 and sell it for a loss because of poor sales. "The reason we do this is, obviously, there's a limit to how low hardware can go from a profitability standpoint," [Reggie Fils-Aime] said. "This device allows us to reach lower consumer price points and still generate some profitability for the company."$130 USD for what is essentially a 3ds console is a pretty good deal for both parties Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conker Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 I am excited for this. It has a much, much better form factor than the 3DS, and I don't have to worry about that hardly-ever-works-properly-3D-gimmick. (what do I mean? well, you know how much games also use the stupid fucking gyroscope gimmick at the same time as the 3D? yeah, combination made in fucking hell, right there). I was completely prepared to get another 3DS with the XL, but fuck that. I'm getting the 2DS. As horrendous of a mistake the name is, I am looking forward to this thing. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mellow Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 I am in agreement with Branden. The only mistake here is the name. It's cheaper and without the 3D. It's not competition for their own product, its just an alternative for people who don't want to pay for something they aren't gonna use. If people get confused by the name, though, maybe they should do a little bit of reading what a system is before shelling out the money for it, much less shop for it. I don't think dumb should be catered to. Just my two cents. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiction Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 I think this is a great idea, though, the name is a bit stupid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Librarian Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 asdfjkl;..... ... I don't, I don't even..... Wha? Really? T-Top heavy... 3ds, 3ds upside down... no, fold, why, why even have 3d in the first place... ... b-but the ds is a 2ds... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoulofDeity Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share Posted August 28, 2013 I am excited for this. It has a much, much better form factor than the 3DS, and I don't have to worry about that hardly-ever-works-properly-3D-gimmick. (what do I mean? well, you know how much games also use the stupid fucking gyroscope gimmick at the same time as the 3D? yeah, combination made in fucking hell, right there). I was completely prepared to get another 3DS with the XL, but fuck that. I'm getting the 2DS. As horrendous of a mistake the name is, I am looking forward to this thing. You obviously have no idea how the 3ds works. It's not a gyro effect, it's parallax screen diffusion. There's a there's a thin filter over the screen that refracts the light such that at a distance of between 1-3ft half the light will only be seen by your left eye and half only by your right, meaning your left and right eyes are seeing the same images but from 2 slightly different angles. This difference confuses the brain into percieving depth. This is why the 3d effect of the 3ds doesn't require glasses. It doesn't pop out of the screen, it extends into it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mellow Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 He means gyroscope as in the fact that certain games require to move your 3DS around to aim at things, which destroys the 3D effect. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conker Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 You obviously have no idea how the 3ds works. It's not a gyro effect, it's parallax screen diffusion. There's a there's a thin filter over the screen that refracts the light such that at a distance of between 1-3ft half the light will only be seen by your left eye and half only by your right, meaning your left and right eyes are seeing the same images but from 2 slightly different angles. This difference confuses the brain into percieving depth. This is why the 3d effect of the 3ds doesn't require glasses. It doesn't pop out of the screen, it extends into it. You obviously have no idea what a gyroscope is. It's not a 3D effect, it causes the in-game camera to move when you move the actual console. DERP. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoulofDeity Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share Posted August 28, 2013 Sorry, I misread that and thought you were meaning like gyroscopic projection or immersive 3d like In that case, I agree that the use of a gyroscope is pointless with parallax 3d because you can hardly focus. To be honest, I don't like gyroscopes in gaming at all. I hate motion controls. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conker Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 S'all good broham. But yeah, I only like motion controls in FPS games, honestly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mallos31 Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Really, the only games I've played so far that I like the gyroscope controls for are StarFox and Mario and Luigi Dream Team. But yeah, I usually have to turn off the 3D on those games. And now that it's been mentioned, I am oh so excited to explain the 2ds to people... lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spire Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 There is only one problem with the 2DS: IT CANNOT FOLD. What were you thinking Nintendo?? Yet another indicator that Nintendo is losing the hardware battle this generation. Let's see what sales say come October. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conker Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 I am pretty sure that was sarcasm, because the new design is amazing. D: My only problem with it design-wise is the button/nub/d-pad placement. That's all, really. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spire Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Not sarcasm, I think the design is atrocious. HOWEVER, this is apparently being targeted towards kids so they can't break the hinges when flailing their handheld after catching a shiny Ponyta in Pokémon X and Y, hence the simultaneous release with the new Pokémon games. Basically, the 2DS was made for Pokémon X/Y. So we shouldn't really be concerned. I mean, c'mon... Remember the GBA Micro? No one cared, but Nintendo did it anyway. And to note! I'm not complaining at all. This just corroborates my claim in the "what Nintendo should do" thread about how they can experiment with stuff like this without really suffering. If it fails, the 3DS and Pokémon will still back up the flop. Nintendo is playing it safe because they can. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Your Local Cultist Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Why is this thing bigger but less features lol? Also, any one else not want to hold a fucking solid brick with buttons for 2 hours in a long car trip? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conker Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Why is this thing bigger but less features lol? Also, any one else not want to hold a fucking solid brick with buttons for 2 hours in a long car trip? Less features? Plural? It lacks 3D, and that's all it lacks. (if you're referring to a clam shell design, that's not a feature) Also, it's not a solid brick. It's not even shaped like a brick, or nearly as thick as something that would constitute as a brick. You're thinking of the Game Gear. And yes, I WOULD play my Game Gear for two hours straight if I had more than two games for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EXIA Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 I think it's a great idea. The 3D function on the 3DS isn't suitable for young kids, so providing a cheaper model that kids can use is a perfect move by Nintendo. Also, still for kids, the new shape is very child-friendly, like a lot of those kiddie tablets that are going around (even if I think those are dumb).I can't see the practicality in the new shape for adults, though. I certainly wouldn't want to take up more space in my bag when I'm going into university or something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conker Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 I can't see the practicality in the new shape for adults, though. I do, but I guess I'm just crazy. Clam shell/flip designs freaking suck. There's a reason flip phones died, and every other portable device out there (that I know of) doesn't have the same thing going on. (this is just my opinion, though, so whatever) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omnai Blackwind Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 It's perfect for people with bigger hands. My fiance has fairly large hands(Especially compared to mine) and he can't hold his 3ds for very long without his hands getting sore. So he's probably going to get the 2ds because it will probably be more comfortable for his hands 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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